Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 35:26

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 35:26 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 35:26. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to David, people who are happy when bad things happen to others should feel bad and embarrassed. Those who think they are better than others should be covered in shame and not feel proud.

Psalms 35:26: Let them be ashamed and brought to confusion together that rejoice at mine hurt: let them be clothed with shame and dishonour that magnify [themselves] against me.

Contradiction with Proverbs 24:17

Encourages not to rejoice at the downfall of enemies, whereas Psalms 35:26 petitions for the shame and confusion of adversaries.

Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Instructs to love enemies and pray for persecutors, which contrasts with the desire for enemies' shame in Psalms 35:26.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Romans 12:14

Advises to bless those who persecute, while Psalms 35:26 seeks their shame and discomfiture.

Romans 12:14: Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9

Urges not to repay evil with evil or insult with insult, but Psalms 35:26 calls for the shame of those who exalt against the psalmist.

1 Peter 3:9: Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.

Contradiction with Luke 6:27-28

Commands to love enemies and do good to those who hate, opposing the sentiment in Psalms 35:26 for the confusion of adversaries.

Luke 6:27-28: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,

Paradox #1

Psalms 35:26 could be seen as exhibiting a contradiction because it calls for shame and disgrace upon those who wish harm upon the speaker. This seems inconsistent with other teachings in the Bible that emphasize forgiveness, love, and blessing one's enemies. Therefore, it may conflict with the broader message of loving and forgiving others.

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